Category: Campaigns

Difference Diaries | Giving voice to young adults with defining differences

Difference Diaries is an initiative created to strip away judgment and develop true empathy. The young adults who share their stories offer real insights and an opportunity for viewers to know a little more about “what it’s like.” These diaries stand alone and form a collection of voices to inspire conversation, de-stigmatize, and promote genuine understanding. Our home is an interactive website, where you can view short films diaries by and about young adults with life-altering, chronic difference (some visible, some not so visible). These are young adults who are often at a critical point, emerging from the protective cocoon of childhood and entering the broader adult world of independence. The diaries focus on conditions as diverse as the individuals living with them including cancer and other disabilities and illnesses.

The Who Performs for Teen Cancer America in ‘Stand Up To Cancer’ Telethon

 Teen Cancer America (TCA) will take a prominent role in the fundraising telecast ‘Stand Up to Cancer’ on Friday.  The one hour special, featuring a host of film, music and TV celebrities, airs Friday, Sept 5 at 8/7 central across most major TV networks.

The Who’s Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend will perform from London, introduced by TCA supporter and Foo Fighters frontman, Dave Grohl.

Daltrey and Townshend founded Teen Cancer America in 2012, and Daltrey is a longtime patron of the U.K. charity Teenage Cancer Trust.  TCA supports the creation of programs and facilities that focus on the special needs of teens and young adults battling the disease.

“TCA has recognized that teens and young adults get cancer too and there were no places in hospitals where this age group can mix with each other,” said Daltrey.  ”If children have nurseries with teddy bears, and adults are provided for then it’s surely right that this age group have suitably equipped treatment.”

The UCLA Medical Center became the first American institution to cater specifically to teens when its Daltrey/Townshend Teen & Young Adult Cancer Center opened, in 2012.  The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s new Cancer Center, to open in fall 2015, will house a TCA outpatient facility.  There are currently an additional 25 hospitals nationwide interested in creating TCA units or programs.

Visit the TCA website Stand up the Cancer funds collaborative cancer research, and since its foundation in 2008, over 140 clinical trials have been launched by SU2C scientists.  100% of donations received from the public support collaborative cancer research programs http://su2c.standup2cancer.org/

Tha People Celebrate New LA Talent and Teen Cancer America

[caption id="attachment_3071" align="alignleft" width="300"] Tha People present “Launch You” August 3rd in LA[/caption] The “Launch You” Red Carpet event benefitting Teen Cancer America and hosted by Tha People, took place Sunday, August 3rd in Los Angeles, CA. Tha People are a creative group of artists who put on special events to provide other artists the opportunity to showcase their talents. With the people, as the people, Tha People host screenings, house parties and red carpet events throughout the LA area. Sunday night, they did just that. Hundreds of people arrived to support independent artists’ projects and enjoy each other’s work at Busby’s East. [caption id="attachment_3070" align="alignright" width="300"] Geraldine Lee, Executive Director Simon Davies with Ambassadors Kate Vaught & Alyssa Gomez[/caption] Musicians, singer-songwriters, rappers, screenwriters, and filmmakers graced the stage along with our own        

Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp to Benefit Teen Cancer America

CONNECTICUT – August 1, 2014 – Roger Daltrey will be rocking out with campers one day at Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp to benefit Teen Cancer America. Participants in the four-day Fantasy Camp will be placed in a band with Rock Stars including Simon Kirke of Bad Company, Teddy Andreadis of Guns ‘n’ Roses, Spike Edney of Queen, Rick Derringer, David Hull, Joe Vitale of CSN, Johnny A, and blues genius Gary Hoey. Campers will write and record an original song, attend master classes, join themed jam sessions, and interact in daily Q&As with rockers. There will be two public performances on Saturday, October 18 and culminating on Sunday night, October 19 with a performance at the Fox Theater at Foxwoods. Final night performance is open to the public, friends, and family.

“I feel quite passionate that anything that encourages people in music, just to see people with enthusiasm having fun even though they’re all different abilities… rise to the occasion, it’s fantastic!” Roger Daltrey – The Who Portions of every camp admission will be donated directly to Teen Cancer America. Space for Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp is extremely limited. To reserve a spot for this once-in-a-lifetime experience and support the charity, or for more information, visit www.rockcamp.com or call 888-762-2263. ABOUT ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FANTASY CAMP

For our campers, this is a life changing experience. Some of the campers play well and even gave up careers as musicians to become CEOs and lawyers. Some campers can’t play at all. What they all have in common is passion for rock music. At Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp they all get to pursue their passion – and meet, and play with the artists who became the soundtrack of their lives. It has been a fantastic experience for all of us who have been able to witness it for the past sixteen years.

David Fishof is the founder and creator of the famed Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp where rock dreams become reality. The idea came to him after years of producing rock tours throughout the word. He’s been honored to work with veteran rockers, Roger Daltrey, Levon Helm, Ringo Starr, Joe Walsh, Roger Hodgson, Todd Rundgren, Jack Bruce, Dr. John, Randy Bachman, and so many more. He feels fortunate to have seen their talent first hand. David’s desire to share this experience with you, gave him the inspiration to produce the one-of- a-kind, Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp. Past rock star camp headliners have included Jeff Beck, Brian Wilson (Beach Boys), Roger Daltrey (The Who), Def Leppard, Judas Priest, Alice Cooper, Sammy Hagar, Gene Simmons (KISS), Warren Haynes (Allman Brothers, Gov’t Mule), Dave Davies (The Kinks), Bill Wyman (The Rolling Stones), Slash, Bret Michaels (Poison), Cheap Trick, Dr. John, George Thorogood, Jack Bruce (Cream), Joe Satriani, Joe Walsh, Meatloaf, Vince Neil (Motley Crue), Duff McKagan, (Guns N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver), Michael Anthony (Van Halen), among others. About Foxwoods ® Resort Casino

Foxwoods Resort Casino is one of the premier entertainment destinations in the Northeast.  As the largest resort casino in North America, Foxwoods offers a vast array of gaming in six casinos; AAA Four-Diamond hotels, restaurants from gourmet to express, world-renowned spas, awarding-winning golf, state-of-the-art theaters, and exclusive retailers. Perfect for both recreation and business, Foxwoods provides modern and versatile convention and meeting space to infuse new life into any meeting or event.  Foxwoods Resort Casino is owned and operated by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation. For a comprehensive look at Foxwoods Resort Casino and Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation visit Foxwoods.com.

 

Media Contacts:

David Fishof

Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp

david@rockcamp.com

888.762.2263 Ext. 04

 

Dale Wolbrink

Foxwoods Resort Casino

dwolbrink@foxwoods.com

860.312.1429

 

CBS News Features UCLA Teen & Young Adult Center

CBS news stopped by the UCLA Daltrey/Townshend Teen and Young Adult Cancer Center to interview a few patients and spread the word about these “forgotten” cancer fighters. View the full article here: Program To Help “Forgotten” Teen Cancer Patients This segment very importantly points out that outcomes for teen and young adult cancer patients have not improved over the last 30 years in the same way as other demographics. Clinical trials and environment are critical to the survival of this particular age group; Teen Cancer America aims to make a difference in both areas by advocating for young people in the cancer research and medical communites, and by building specialized units across the country.

Teen Cancer America’s Regional Ambassadors hold special event in NYC

Teen Cancer America’s Linen Hall, 101 Third Avenue, New York where they invited people to attend their “Cocktails for a Cause” Over 100 friends, family and supporters turned out to what proved to be a fun packed evening in a lively New York bar with all the proceeds donated to Teen Cancer America. Linen Hall is an elegantly and beautifully decorated bar situated in the East Village not far from Union Square. Linen Hall’s Ryan Birkenhead, along with his team, provided not only a spectacular venue, but a superb service which saw his staff working alongside Teen Cancer America volunteers to raise money for teens with cancer.All the guests enjoyed a complimentary drink along with a chance to enter the raffle which included autographed Yankee baseballs, Yankee game tickets, and restaurant gift cards! The event raised over $5,000 and Teen Cancer America would like to thank everyone who turned up and helped support this great event. Special thanks go out to our Chair of Regional Ambassadors – Zachary Cohen and Vice Chair – Skye Taylor who’s energy and commitment to Teen Cancer America is boundless!

A Concert for Teen Cancer America: Roger Daltrey with Joan Jett & The Blackhearts

MONDAY JULY 28 – Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Legendary frontman Roger Daltrey performs The Who’s hits & more as part of a concert for Teen Cancer America to benefit The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Also performing will be special guest Joan Jett & The Blackhearts.

Tickets start at $75 & are on sale to the general public Friday 6/06 at 10AM EST. Proceeds to benefit Teen Cancer America & The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Limited VIP Packages available.

A Special Tickets available via www.kimmelcenter.org / 215-893-1999 / Kimmel Center Box Office

For exclusive sponsorship packages inlcuding backstage tours, artist meet & greet & more, visit http://bit.ly/TCAsponsorship or contact Evelyn Bustos at evelyn@specialeventco.com or 919.459.8787

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Teen Cancer America’s Regional Ambassadors hold special event in NYC

Teen Cancer America’s Linen Hall, 101 Third Avenue, New York where they invited people to attend their “Cocktails for a Cause”

Over 100 friends, family and supporters turned out to what proved to be a fun packed evening in a lively New York bar with all the proceeds donated to Teen Cancer America. Linen Hall is an elegantly and beautifully decorated bar situated in the East Village not far from Union Square.
Linen Hall’s Ryan Birkenhead, along with his team, provided not only a spectacular venue, but a superb service which saw his staff working alongside Teen Cancer America volunteers to raise money for teens with cancer.All the guests enjoyed a complimentary drink along with a chance to enter the raffle which included autographed Yankee baseballs, Yankee game tickets, and restaurant gift cards!

    

The event raised over $5,000 and Teen Cancer America would like to thank everyone who turned up and helped support this great event.

    

Special thanks go out to our Chair of Regional Ambassadors – Zachary Cohen and Vice Chair – Skye Taylor who’s energy and commitment to Teen Cancer America is boundless!

The Regional Ambassadors of Teen Cancer America invite you to Cocktails for a Cause in NYC

Slide1 On behalf of the Regional Ambassadors of Teen Cancer America, you are invited to join us at Cocktails for a Cause, the Regional Ambassadors’ first fundraising event to take place in New York City. Cocktails for a Cause will be hosted at Linen Hall in New York City on Thursday, May 29th, 2014 from 6-9pm. Tickets are $20 at the door. Guests will enjoy a complimentary drink, signature cocktails for the evening at a discount, and a raffle with exciting prizes including Yankee tickets. All proceeds will be donated to Teen Cancer America. RSVP here: http://on.fb.me/1g3EyQl We look forward to seeing you all on the 29th! Zach Cohen, Chairman, Regional Ambassadors Skye Taylor, Regional Ambassadors  

Hernan’s Road Rebellion kicks off! Next stop: Phoenix, AZ

Hernan Barangan’s Road Rebellion officially kicked off this past Sunday, April 13th at the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach, where Teen Cancer America founder, Roger Daltrey met IndyCar drivers, Scott Dixon, Ryan Hunter Reay and Justin Wilson in a press conference to talk about teens and cancer. Together they raised the profile of teens and young adults who are diagnosed with cancer in the USA and their concerns that they get “lost” in the system between young children and older adults when being treated. Roger Daltrey stated quite clearly “….this is why we need Teen Cancer America and that’s why we are here to make a change!” They were also there to tell the U.S. press about Hernan’s mission, supported by Teen Cancer America, to go out to 50 states to find 50 teens to film 50 stories of teens with cancer so that the united voice of young people across the U.S. can be heard. Hernan leaves on Friday, April 18th for Phoenix, AZ to start the first stage of his travels. Hernan will also be visiting the following places:
  • Las Vegas – April 21st – 27th
  • San Francisco – April 28th – May 3rd
  • Los Angeles – May 5th – onwards
Keep reading posts on Hernan’s page and check out our Facebook for further updates! You can also donate to his journey here: Hernan’s Road Rebellion